Galata Travel Guide

Istanbul

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Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry
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Popular places to visit

Galata Tower

Galata Tower

Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.

Galata Tower
SALT Galata

SALT Galata

You can browse the exhibits at SALT Galata, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

SALT Galata
Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam

Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam

Enjoy an outing to Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam during your stay in Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

Kilic Ali Pasha Hamam

Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Istanbul with a trip to Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.

Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Istanbul. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

Mixer Art Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Mixer Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Istanbul. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

Mixer Art Gallery

Things to do

a lot birds and their lovers.

3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side

฿341
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side
Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks

฿1,327
per adult
Istanbul: Sunset or Day Small-Group Yacht Cruise with Snacks
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets

Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets

฿2,033
per adult
Istanbul: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Guided Tour w/ Tickets
Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket

Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App

฿1,513
per adult
Istanbul: Galata Tower Entry Ticket with Audio Guide App
Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul

Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul (by Boat&Bus)

฿2,427
per adult
Full-Day Journey Between Two Continent of Istanbul (by Boat&Bus)
Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour

Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour

฿2,048
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Istanbul Topkapi Palace and Harem Small-Group Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Galata

The Peninsula Istanbul

The Peninsula Istanbul

5 out of 5
Karakoy, Kemankes Karamustafapasa Mah., Kemankes Caddesi N 34, Beyoglu, Istanbul
The price is ฿25,608 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿25,608
฿30,115 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Galata Tower and Topkapi Palace are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Incredible hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

The Peninsula Istanbul
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Bereketzade Mahallesi, Bankalar Caddesi No:8, Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ฿4,180 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿4,180
฿4,682 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (541 reviews)
"The only think is you need to walk from one building to another one."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22, Kucukyali Maltepe, Istanbul
The price is ฿3,440 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿3,440
฿3,853 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,052 reviews)
Family trip
"This was our second family trip in Istanbul in the same hotel, we loved it again. The staff is always very respectfull, friendly and polite. The room was comfortable and clean, sea view. The breakfast was excellent, we were very happy overall."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is ฿8,803 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿8,803
฿9,859 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Mehmet the manager is amazing!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ฿4,371 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿4,371
฿4,896 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,046 reviews)
"Gret"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Selectum City Atasehir

Selectum City Atasehir

5 out of 5
Dudullu Cd. 29, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (844 reviews)
"All good many thanks"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Galata

Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

Karaköy

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Karaköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a ferry

Beyoğlu

Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.

Beyoğlu
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Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.

Sirkeci
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Taksim

4/5(354 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.

Taksim
Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet
Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(1,512 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih

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